If Danhausen is not contained in the crate that shall be opening at WWE Elimination Chamber tonight (February twenty eighth), then will probably be an enormous shock. That is as a result of ‘Very Good, Very Evil’ has seemingly signed with the promotion or change into a free agent.
As quickly because the crate appeared on WWE TV, many instantly had Danhausen in thoughts relating to his potential WWE debut. It has been despatched forwards and backwards between RAW and SmackDown, with a stamp marking that it should not be opened till 02.28.2026.
Danhausen ‘Freed’ From AEW
Danhausen’s potential arrival in WWE has been a sizzling matter of hypothesis in current months, particularly along with his AEW coming to an finish. It seems that he’s now a free agent, as he has been faraway from the corporate web site’s roster web page.
The 35-year-old final appeared for AEW at ROH Remaining Battle in 2024, and he has been absent ever since. Stories counsel that he requested for his launch final summer time, however it was denied, and time was added on as a result of a earlier damage.
All indicators level to Danhausen debuting in WWE at Elimination Chamber, and he shall be reunited with different wrestlers who’ve made the change from AEW to WWE through the years. That features CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Aleister Black and most just lately Royce Keys (previously often known as Powerhouse Hobbs).
Danhausen appeared to tease his AEW launch with a number of mysterious social media posts. The primary was a reference to the tune ‘Freedom Slam’ by the band Freedom, and the second was to the Genie being free of slavery by Aladdin.
A Danhausen Debut Can Liven Up WWE
It is honest to say it has been a troublesome 12 months for WWE for a number of causes, together with ongoing damage setbacks. Among the promotion’s prime stars are out of motion, together with Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed and Sheamus.
WWE has come beneath heavy criticism from followers for its reserving choices and excessive ticket costs. That is arguably probably the most downbeat ambiance of the Triple H period so far.
A comedic gimmick is at all times a success with followers, and R-Reality has been one of the vital must-see stars on SmackDown in current weeks. That is purely right down to his hilarious backstage segments with Nick Aldis.
Danhausen may function comedic aid that viewers can get invested in as WWE embarks on the Highway to WrestleMania 42. Generally wrestling takes itself too critically and freshening up the roster with a goofy character might help elevate the temper.
WWE can even profit from a industrial standpoint as youthful followers will doubtless get invested in Danhausen. He is a dream for the merchandise workforce with toys, shirts and masks more likely to do large numbers.
